Tadhg Beirne in line for Munster return against Ulster

Munster have provided an injury update ahead of the United Rugby Championship quarter-final against Ulster in Belfast on Friday evening (7:35 pm).

Lock Jean Kleyn and hooker Neil Cronin returned to training this week after overcoming respective neck and ankle injuries.

Johann van Graan could call upon Tadhg Beirne for the first time since before the 2022 Six Nations. The forward steps up his training load after rehabbing a thigh injury and his availability will be determined later in the week.

Winger Andrew Conway’s availability will also be reviewed as the week advances following a knee aggravation sustained against Leinster.

Finally, back-rower Alex Kendellen is due to complete the return to play protocols this week.

Continuing to rehab: Dave Kilcoyne (neck), RG Snyman (knee) John Hodnett (knee), Jack Daly (knee).